About Anna Dowling

Anna Dowling is a digital marketing strategist and analyst for Direct Mortgage Loans, covering topics that matter to current and future homeowners, as well as industry professionals. She holds a B.S. in Human Resources and an M.S. in Management from Charleston Southern University.
21 09, 2023

Strategies for Manager Development: Building Your Business as a Branch Manager

2023-09-21T07:34:43-05:00September 21st, 2023|DML Culture|

Whether you have years of experience as a branch manager or are just starting in this field, this resource is your guide to unlocking valuable insights and actionable tips for achieving success and expanding your business. Let's explore the strategies that [...]

5 09, 2023

Your Mortgage Application Denied? Here’s What You Can Do

2024-12-03T15:04:08-05:00September 5th, 2023|Mortgage|

Being denied a mortgage from your lender can be discouraging. However, don't give up on your dream of owning a home or refinancing. Instead, empower yourself with knowledge and take strategic steps to turn this situation around. In this comprehensive guide, [...]

30 08, 2023

Congratulations to Our 2022 Top 1% Mortgage Originators in the USA

2024-07-10T12:18:12-05:00August 30th, 2023|DML Culture|

Mortgage Executive Magazine has unveiled its exclusive lineup: the top 1% mortgage originators in the USA for 2022. To secure a spot on this prestigious list, individuals must have achieved a minimum personal production of $30 million. This recognition aims [...]

29 08, 2023

PGC Pathway to Purchase Program

2024-12-03T14:50:06-05:00August 29th, 2023|First-Time Home Buyers, Mortgage|

Are you a first-time homebuyer looking to purchase a home in Prince George’s County, Maryland? Then you’re in luck! The Redevelopment Authority (RDA) offers a grant to homebuyers up to $10,000 through the PGC Pathway to Purchase program which can [...]

25 08, 2023

MVV of the Quarter: Michelle Westervelt

2024-07-10T12:17:51-05:00August 25th, 2023|Community, DML Culture|

Please help us congratulate our Encompass Administrator, Michelle Westervelt, for being awarded our 2023 Q2 Mission, Vision, and Values (MVV) winner. Direct Mortgage Loans’ MVV award recognizes and highlights the individuals that truly embody the mission, vision and core values [...]

22 08, 2023

Home Equity Loans for Debt Consolidation: A Smarter Path to Financial Freedom

2024-06-06T08:28:25-05:00August 22nd, 2023|Mortgage|

What is a home equity loan?  A home equity loan allows you to use the equity in your home as collateral. If you've owned your home for some time, you may have additional equity, enabling you to borrow against it [...]

17 08, 2023

Private Mortgage Insurance vs. Lender Paid Mortgage Insurance: Understanding the Key Differences

2024-12-04T12:02:43-05:00August 17th, 2023|Mortgage|

Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) When it comes to conventional loans with low down payments, Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) often comes into play. This insurance serves as a safeguard for lenders, allowing them to provide financing for buyers with down payments below [...]

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